Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum Tours

The Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum is perhaps the best place in Singapore for a look at Chinese Buddhism. Located in the heart of Chinatown, the temple is believed to house a sacred relic of the Buddha, housed within a gold stupa inside the temple.

While the temple exhibits Tang Dynasty architectural elements, it was actually built in 2007. In just a few short years, it has become a major landmark in Chinatown and a popular destination for both tourists and worshipers.

After visiting the main temple and viewing the various Buddha statuary, make sure to check out the museum on the third floor. Here, you’ll find a collection of Buddhist relics, artifacts and works of art. Also of interest is the History Gallery that outlines the conceptualization and construction of the temple. Admission to both the museum and temple is free, and guided tours in English are available twice per week.

Save precious time in Singapore on this private door-to-door guided day tour complete with vehicle that brings you to the heart of the Lion City. Cruise the Singapore River on a traditional bumboat and explore Kampong Glam, Little India, and Chinatown, with an optional stop at Gardens by the Bay. Enjoy lunch at a 19th-century convent and dinner at a hawker market.

Explore one of Singapore’s most popular neighborhoods on a personalized small-group tour. Chinatown has a rich history, and is actually very multicultural. On this tour you’ll see this first-hand by visiting various temples and mosques. Your knowledgeable local guide will narrate the history of the bustling area, and you’ll get plenty of chances to ask questions and take photos.

More than just a bustling center of Singapore culture and must-see neighborhood, Singapore’s Chinatown provides a lens into the city’s long history and vibrant present. Join a guided tour to visit traditional craft shops, step into a Hindu and Buddhist temple, and sample your way through a food market, all while learning about the neighborhood’s founding by Chinese immigrants.